4.9
10 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
As surgical director of the Mechanical Circulatory Support and LVAD Program, Dr. O’Keefe has advanced the Heart Failure program at TriHealth, most significantly with the addition of the left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) surgical procedure to treat patients with advanced heart failure. This procedure implants a device in the left ventricle to assist with weakened heart pumps. Dr. O’Keefe trained at the Cleveland Clinic to obtain additional experience in this important advancement to put TriHealth at the forefront of heart care in offering patients a comprehensive, high-quality program. The collaborative effort necessary for successful advanced heart procedures is exactly what inspired Dr. O’Keefe to pursue the medical profession, namely surgery, during her medical school training. She enjoys partnering with other providers to work toward a common focus - the patient’s health.Practice Focus: Cardiac surgery Coronary bypass surgery Valve replacement surgery …AFib surgery including hybrid minimally invasive procedures Mechanical support including ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), surgical Impella placement, LVAD Aortic aneurysm surgery Lung surgeryAs the director of the ECMO program, Dr. O’Keefe leads in the treatment of patients with cardiac shock and lung failure. She utilizes minimally invasive surgical procedures when appropriate, to allow patients a quicker, easier recovery. She is advancing the entire profession by teaching and training other surgeons across the country in AFib surgery.Awarded during her residency for excellence in practice, ethics and integrity, Dr. O'Keefe understands the great responsibility patients and their families place in her hands. She wants to build an environment of trust and open communication with her patients and enjoys seeing them progress toward better health.
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- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Cleveland Clinic
- 6 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute - CT Surgery - Thomas Comprehensive Care Center
10506A Montgomery Road Suite 300Montgomery, OH 45242 Tel: (513) 865-5120
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Kathryn Lynne O'keefe has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Kathryn Lynne O'keefe holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Cleveland Clinic in 2022 and The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2014.
Residency
Completed their residency at Grand Rapids Area Medical Education Center in 2012.
Medical School
Graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Kathryn Lynne O'keefe's NPI number is 1407052723.
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